Project START is a federally funded Student Support Services program designed to provide assistance to eligible students in pursuit of their academic and career goals.

The program offers support for students seeking an Associate's degree from CCBC Essex and provides guidance to assist students in transferring to four-year colleges or universities.

The primary objective of Project START is to help participating students pursue degree programs leading to transfer and obtain a Bachelor's degree within seven years of beginning their studies at CCBC Essex.

Staff:

Director: Cheryl Hazel, M. Ed 443-840-1995

Senior Counser: Ada Giles, M.S. 443-840-1758

Academic Counselor: Sarita Payne-Campbell, M.S. (P.T.): 443-840-1339

Student Employee: 443-840-1544 (Central Number)

Brochures and applications are available in the Project START area in the Advising Center, Building A, on the Essex campus.